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1. ENSEMBLE PA 4180 ENSEMBLE PA 4180 Portable Stereo Sound System Man YY Congratulations on your choice of a portable sound system you have purchased one of the finest portable sound systems on the market today This unit was developed using the expertise of professional sound engineers and working musicians You will find that your new NADY AUDIO portable sound systems has superior performance and greater flexibility than any other portable sound systems in its price range Please read this manual carefully to get the most out of your new unit Thanks for selecting NADY AUDIO as your choice in portable sound systems FEATURES e Convenient portable PA package with carrying pulling handle and wheels for easy transport e 4 Channel 180 W RMS stereo powered mixer 90W RMS per side 4 ohms e Two way speaker system with 8 woofer and piezoelectric tweeter horn with base mounts for ease of mounting on speaker stands 20 speaker cables included e 4 each XLR mic and 1 4 line inputs each with Input Gain High Mid Low Effects Pan and Channel Level Controls e Master Section with High Mid and Master Level Controls External Effect Loop Send and Return jacks Stereo Tape In Rec Out controls with a Tape In level control and built in Reverb Delay with Time Depth and Effect Volume controls e 115V 60Hz 230V 50Hz voltage select switch for worldwide operation e Storage compartment for micr2. Microphone Preamp E I N 1500hm Terminated max Gain 102 dBm Power requirements 100 120 220 240 VAC 50 60 Hz FUSING tati iii 5x20mm glass type 4A 250V for 115VAC and 2A 250V for 230VAC operation fast blow fuse Dimensions W x H X D neeesser 15 5 x 27 5 x 10 5 40 cm x 70 cm x 27 cm Weight isso pda 62 7 lbs 28 4 Kgs Note Specifications subject to change without notice for product improvement purposes SERVICE FOR YOUR NADY AUDIO PRODUCT U S Should your NADY AUDIO product require service please contact the Nady Service Department via telephone at 510 652 2411 or e mail at service nady com International For service please contact the NADY AUDIO distributor in your country through the dealer from whom you purchased this product DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS UNIT YOURSELF AS IT CAN BE DANGEROUS AND WILL ALSO VOID THE WARRANTY MIA EDS NADY SYSTEMS INC 6701 SHELLMOUND STREET EMERYVILLE CA 94608 Tel 510 652 2411 Fax 510 652 5075 www nady com
3. Sleeve ground 9 MIC INPUT The Mic input is an electronically balanced XLR type designed to accept signals from any balanced low impedance Low Z microphone It will be necessary to adjust the channel gain with the input GAIN control 1 to achieve a nominal operating level The XLR jack is configured for Pint ground Pin2 positive Pin3 negative Note Only either the Mic or the Line input of a given channel can be connected at one time Do not connect both simultaneously to the same channel ENSEMBLE 10 POWER P A 4 07 BO Portable Stereo Sound System AMP CLIPPING 11 10 POWER ON LED The POWER LED will light red when you turn on the power switch ON 11 AMPLIFIER CLIPPING LED This LED turns red when the output signal is clipping It is acceptable if the red LED lights very occasionally If the red LED lights more than occasionally you should turn down the volume to avoid audible distortion and damage to the speakers Note Speakers damaged due to hard clipping are not covered under warranty FRONT PANEL CONTROLS amp CONNECTIONS 16 17 14 18 15 19 12 MASTER HIGH CONTROL The control has a shelving response giving 15dB of boost or cut at 12KHz 13 MASTER MID CONTROL The control has a shelving response giving 15dB of boost or cut at 2 5KHz 14 MASTER LOW CONTROL The control has a shelving response giving 15dB of
4. boost or cut at 90Hz 15 MASTER LEVEL CONTROL This adjusts the final level of the Master bus which is output to the speakers 16 EFFECT TIME CONTROL This adjusts the delay time between the original audio signal the first reverb reflection sound and each subsequent reflection The max time delay is 0 2s 17 EFFECT DEPTH CONTROL This controls the amount of feedback of the reverb reflection i e the number of reflections and the length of time before they diminish in volume 18 EFFECT VOL CONTROL This adjusts the level of the reverb effect sent to the main mix 19 TAPE CONTROL This control adjusts the level of the Tape Input signal sent to the Master outputs TAPE REC EFFECT LOOP SEND TAPE IN 20 21 REC OUT RETURN 20 EFFECT LOOP SEND This line level output can be connected to external recorders amplifiers or effects processors The signal is a mix of the channel inputs determined by each Channel EFF SEND control 21 EFFECT LOOP RETURN This input can be used to return the effected signal into the PA 4180 or it can be used as a auxiliary input The input signal can be adjusted by the Master Volume and the unit the return jack is connected to 22 TAPE IN AND TAPE OUT The Left and Right TAPE IN allows cassette recorders or CD players to be added to the Main output The RECORD OUTPUT with TAPE RCA jacks provides signal output to a cassette deck or home audi
5. 3 MID EQ Turn this control to the right to define the midrange or bring out the vocals on the channel Turn to the left to cut these frequencies and reduce midrange muddiness The control has a shelving response giving 15dB of boost or cut at 2 5kHz 7 4 LOW EQ Add warmth to vocals or extra punch to guitars drums and synths on the channel by turning this control to the right Turn to the left to reduce stage rumble hum or to improve a mushy sound The control has a shelving response giving 15dB of boost or cut at 90Hz 5 EFFECTS CONTROL The EFF control adjusts the signal level sent by each channel to the internal DSP Digital Sound Processor and also to the EFFECT LOOP SEND output 20 6 PAN CONTROL The channel Pan positions the output of the channel in the stereo field of the main mix Its constant power design ensures there are no level discrepancies whether a signal is hard panned center stage or somewhere in between 7 LEVEL CONTROL The Level Control determines the amount of the channel signal sent to the main mix and Tape Output 8 LINE INPUT The Line input is designed to accept balanced or unbalanced line level signals such as those from keyboards drum machines or samplers Use the GAIN control 1 to adjust for the desired level If a balanced signal is to be connected to the line input then a 1 4 TRS stereo phone plug should be wired for Tip positive Ring negative
6. d location stand the unit up on its feet and wheels Unclasp and unhook the side panel latches and carefully remove the top speaker by lifting on the latch panel of the speaker and pulling apart the hinge connection Lift off the mixer section in the same manner Position the PA 4180 mixer section on a flat surface with the control panel facing front Parts of the unit can become very warm during use This is normal during operation Care should be taken to ensure that there is enough space around the Mixer Section for cooling Make sure the side panel vents are not obscured and have plenty of ventilation Also do not place the PA 4180 on high temperature devices such as power amplifiers etc or the unit may overheat in operation Although the PA 4180 is shielded against radio frequency RF and electromagnetic interference EMI extremely high fields of RF and EMI should be avoided Please make sure that the power unit supplied is marked for the correct voltage in your area 120VAC 60 Hz or 230VAC 50 Hz Power requirements for electrical equipment differ from area to area In new installations and portable sound systems or any situation in which the AC power is in question it is wise to confirm the voltage and use the appropriate power supply unit before connecting it to power sources Europe except UK 230V 50Hz UK and Australia 240V 50Hz USA and Canada 120V 60 Hz For other areas please check with local authorities Co
7. fore using the product Do not use this product near water e g near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc This product should be used only with a cart or stand that will keep it level and stable and prevent wobbling This product in combination with headphones or speakers may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears you should consult an audiologist The product should be positioned so that proper ventilation is maintained The product should be located away from heat sources such as radiators heat vents or other devices including amplifiers that produce heat The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product Replace the fuse only with one of the specified type size and correct rating The power supply cord should 1 be undamaged 2 never share an outlet or extension cord with other devices so that the outlet s or extension cord s power rating is exceeded and 3 never be left plugged into the outlet when not being used for a long period of time Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled through the enclosure s openings The product should be serviced by qualified serv
8. ice personnel if A The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged B Objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled onto the product C The product has been exposed to rain D The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance E The product has been dropped or the enclosure damaged Do not attempt to service the product beyond what is described in the user maintenance instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel INSTALLATION To ensure years of enjoyment from your NADY AUDIO Ensemble PA 4180 please read and understand this manual thoroughly before using the unit 1 INSPECTION Your NADY AUDIO Ensemble PA 4180 was carefully packed at the factory in packaging designed to protect the units in shipment Before installing and using your unit carefully examine the packaging and all contents for any signs of physical damage that may have occurred in transit Please note Nady Systems is not responsible for shipping damage If your unit is damaged do not return to Nady but notify your dealer and the shipping company if shipped to you immediately to make a claim Such claims must be made by the consignee in a timely manner CONTENTS PA 4180 Mixer Section e PA 4180 Left Speaker PA 4180 Right Speaker e 2x 20 Speaker Cables e AC cord e Instruction Manual e Warranty Card 2 SETUP After transporting the PA 4180 to the desire
9. nnect the speaker cables to the input jacks on the rear panel of both the Left and Right speakers The connecting terminal offers Speakon and two 1 4 jacks for easy daisy chaining Connect the other end of each cable to the corresponding Left and Right speaker outputs on the rear panel of the PA 4180 mixer section Position the length of the cables so they will not be a safety hazard to people Connect all sound sources to the appropriate inputs i e microphones keyboards CD players karaoke machines When ready to operate plug the AC cord into the power source Make sure that the unit is turned off before connecting to the AC power source to avoid possible loud transients which can damage your speakers or your ears Before turning on connect up the speakers and all inputs and outputs desired and turn down the Master Volume FRONT PANEL CONTROLS amp CONNECTIONS FRONT PANEL Note 1 through 9 below are referenced to Channel 1 The other 3 Channels are identical 1 2 1 GAIN CONTROL The channel gain controls determine the signal level 8 input to each channel 2 HIGH EQ Turn this control to the right to boost high frequencies on the channel adding crispness to percussion from drum machines cymbals and synths Turn to the left to cut these frequencies reducing sibilance hiss or high frequency feedback The control has a shelving response giving 15dB of boost or cut at 12kHz 4 5 6
10. o equipment 23 23 STORAGE COMPARTMENT The panel can be removed using by pulling on the black canvas strap to reveal this compartment for storing microphones speaker cables or installing wireless microphone receivers REAR PANEL CONTROLS amp CONNECTIONS REAR PANEL POWER 24 24 POWER SWITCH Turns the unit ON or OFF Always turn level controls down before turning on the eee 115V 60Hz 230V 50Hz FUSE unit 115VAC 250V 2A 230VAC 250V 1A 25 VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH For selecting the proper voltage 115 230VAC to match the AG 2000 50Hz power supply in your area Note To avoid 27 damage to your unit always make sure this switch is set to the correct supply voltage Damage caused by improper use is not covered by the warranty 26 SPEAKER OUTPUTS 26 POWER CONNECTOR WITH FUSE HOLDER This standard IEC power cord receptacle is used to connect the AC power to your unit It features a built in fuse holder for a 5X20mm 4A 250V for 115VAC and 2A 250V for 230VAC operation fast blow fuse If the fuse continuously blows shut off the unit and have it serviced by qualified service personnel 27 SPEAKER OUTPUTS Two 1 4 6 3mm jacks each powered by its own separate amplifier output stage for connecting left and right speaker cabinets The connected speaker impedance must be 4 ohms or greater The PA 4180 delivers 90W RMS of power 4 Ohms per each speaker o
11. ophones cables and accessories TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES aiii 2 Date of Purchase WARNING uuuuu2222200000000000nnunnnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 3 Dealer s Name INSTALLATION ita tata las 4 1 INSPECTION cococccccononenesneonononenesesomoneneresesnonass 4 City 2 SETUP icon iii iia 4 State Zip FRONT PANEL CONTROLS amp CONNECTIONS ccconcccccccccaanas 5 Model REAR PANEL CONTROLS amp CONNECTIONS cconoccccccccccoaanans 7 Serial SPECIFICATIONS uiricacadacnadin idad andan deaceavadonscuahasudnncduenss 7 An equilateral triangle enclosing a lightening flash arrowhead symbol is CAUTION intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure which may be of sufficient DO NOT OPEN magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE the user to the presence of important operating and service instructions in CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 3 Me iz DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK An equilateral triangle enclosing an exclamation point is intended to alert REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL the literature enclosed with this unit IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this electronic device basic precautions should always be taken including the following 1 2 11 Read all instructions be
12. utput CAUTION Do not overload the ENSEMBLE PA 4180 with speaker loads less than 4 ohms as this will degrade performance and may harm the unit Damage caused by improper use is not covered by the warranty SPECIFICATIONS SPEAKERS CHANNEL EQUALIZATION Impedance iii a BOhms LoWwEQuuiiniin infiel aid 90Hz 15dB Tweeter type cial ideado Piezoelectric Mid EQ uunnnesesssennsennnennnnnnnnnonnennnnnnnnnnnnnne nennen 2 5KHz 15dB Woofer GiaMeter cccccecceecsscecseeseesecsececescsseecsscsecsecsecseceeesees A O 12KHz 15dB PA 4180 MIXER SECTION S N Ratio EEEE E E A E A gt 115dB THD Power output 20Hz to 2OKHZ unse lt 0 1 CROSSTALK 1KHz OdBu channel in to master output Channel fader down cccccccccccccnnnnnnnnonininanananananan co nononnnnnnos lt 60dB FREQUENCY RESPONSE Mic input to output Line level o p 4dBu into 600 Ohms nenn 0 3dB Power amp o p 1 watt into 8 Ohms per side 0 3dB SENSITIVITY LINE OUTPUT 4dBu with Master and Channels controls set to MID Mid BIT BT HROFRBPEPFREIFFRRREFSEREFETSERSF FEEFIEFTRETETERTTEEFFFERTERRIFBRFENFER 54 24dB Tap Marat ie 6dB Max Input Level XLR uuenssnneessnnnnnsnnnnn nennen nnnnnnnnnnnn nennen ern 9dB Max Input Level 1 4 nunnsennseensnennsnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nn 22dB LOW EQ Hi ee ot ad Le Ee 90Hz 15dB Mid EQ 22 neti ee 2 5KHz 15dB HEQ 2 ae aca 12KHz 15dB
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